Maryland Paycheck Calculator (2026)
Maryland uses 10 income tax brackets (2% to 6.5%) on top of federal income tax and FICA. A $60,000 salary leaves about $47,904 a year, which is $3,992 a month or $1,842 every two weeks.
By Muhammad AhmadUpdated October 2026Free, no sign-up
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Take-home pay in Maryland at common salaries
These figures are for a single filer who takes the 2026 standard deduction, is paid every two weeks and has no 401(k) or other deductions. They come from the same engine as the calculator above.
| Salary | Federal tax | Social Security and Medicare | Maryland tax | Take-home per year | Per month | Every 2 weeks | Total tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $1,420 | $2,295 | $1,061 | $25,224 | $2,102 | $970 | 15.9% |
| $40,000 | $2,620 | $3,060 | $1,536 | $32,784 | $2,732 | $1,261 | 18.0% |
| $50,000 | $3,820 | $3,825 | $2,011 | $40,344 | $3,362 | $1,552 | 19.3% |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $2,486 | $47,904 | $3,992 | $1,842 | 20.2% |
| $75,000 | $7,670 | $5,738 | $3,199 | $58,394 | $4,866 | $2,246 | 22.1% |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $4,386 | $74,794 | $6,233 | $2,877 | 25.2% |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $6,916 | $106,875 | $8,906 | $4,111 | 28.8% |
How Maryland taxes your paycheck
Maryland uses 10 income tax brackets (2% to 6.5%) for 2026. The rate applies to your taxable wages, which start from your pay and then subtract a standard deduction of $3,350 for single filers and $6,700 for married couples filing jointly, and a personal exemption of $3,200 ($6,400 for a couple) and $3,200 for each dependent.
| Taxable income (single filer) | Maryland rate |
|---|---|
| $0 to $1,000 | 2% |
| $1,000 to $2,000 | 3% |
| $2,000 to $3,000 | 4% |
| $3,000 to $100,000 | 4.75% |
| $100,000 to $125,000 | 5% |
| $125,000 to $150,000 | 5.25% |
| $150,000 to $250,000 | 5.5% |
| $250,000 to $500,000 | 5.75% |
| $500,000 to $1,000,000 | 6.25% |
| $1,000,000 and above | 6.5% |
Married couples filing jointly use wider brackets in Maryland, so a couple often pays a lower share than the single-filer table above shows.
Also worth knowing: Every Maryland county and Baltimore City charges its own local income tax, which is added to the state tax.
Other taxes: Maryland's state sales tax rate is 6%, and the average combined state and local rate is 6.00% (as of January 1, 2026; Tax Foundation). A paycheck is only one part of what you pay in taxes in a year.
Source for the rates and deductions: Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026. State rules change, so check the Comptroller of Maryland for filing and withholding rules.
Maryland compared with nearby states
Here is what a $60,000 single filer keeps in Maryland and in the states next to it.
| State | Income tax | Take-home on $60,000 | Compared with Maryland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 2% to 6.5% | $47,904 | this page |
| Pennsylvania | 3.07% flat | $48,548 | +$644 |
| Delaware | 2.2% to 6.6% | $47,737 | -$167 |
| Virginia | 2% to 5.75% | $47,754 | -$150 |
| West Virginia | 2.22% to 4.82% | $48,425 | +$522 |
| Washington, DC | 4% to 10.75% | $47,937 | +$33 |
How Maryland compares with other states
On a $60,000 salary, a single filer in Maryland keeps $47,904 a year. That ranks 38th of 51 (1 keeps the most). Maryland income tax takes $2,486 of a $60,000 salary, which is 4.1% of pay. The middle state in our 2026 data takes 3.1%.
What a raise, a 401(k) and a family change in Maryland
| Case (2026 tax tables) | Result in Maryland |
|---|---|
| Raise from $60,000 to $65,000, single filer | Take-home rises by $3,780 a year, which is 76% of the $5,000. |
| $6,000 into a traditional 401(k) at a $75,000 salary, single filer | Take-home falls by only $4,395. Federal tax falls by $1,320 and Maryland tax by $285. |
| Married couple filing jointly, $100,000 combined, two children | Take-home is $85,339 a year, after $3,240 federal tax, $7,650 Social Security and Medicare and $3,771 Maryland tax. |
Calculated with the same engine as the calculator above. These cases use the standard deduction, no other deductions and pay every two weeks. The couple case uses the federal child tax credit and Maryland's own child allowances, where it has them.
Ways to keep more of your pay in Maryland
- Use a traditional 401(k) or 403(b). Each $1,000 you contribute lowers your federal taxable pay and your Maryland taxable pay.
- Use payroll benefits. Health insurance premiums, an FSA and an HSA paid through payroll lower your taxable pay.
- Check your W-4. If you get a very large refund or a bill every April, adjust your withholding. Our guide to reading your paycheck shows how.
- Check how Maryland withholds. Some states have their own withholding form and others follow the federal W-4. Your payroll department or the Comptroller of Maryland can tell you which applies.
- Compare job offers after tax, not before. A job in Maryland that pays $5,000 more can leave you with a different gain than the number suggests. Use the calculator above for both.
Maryland paycheck questions
How much is a $60,000 salary after taxes in Maryland?
A single filer earning $60,000 in Maryland takes home about $47,904 a year, or $3,992 a month and $1,842 every two weeks. That is after federal income tax ($5,020), Social Security and Medicare ($4,590) and Maryland income tax ($2,486). It assumes the 2026 standard deduction and no 401(k) or other deductions.
Does Maryland have a state income tax?
Yes. Maryland charges between 2% and 6.5% depending on your income, using 10 brackets.
How much do I take home on $50,000 or $100,000 in Maryland?
On $50,000 a single filer in Maryland keeps about $40,344 a year ($1,552 every two weeks). On $100,000 the figure is about $74,794 a year ($2,877 every two weeks).
How is a bonus taxed in Maryland?
Federal income tax on a bonus is usually withheld at a flat 22%, and Social Security and Medicare apply as usual. Your employer also withholds Maryland income tax on the bonus, using the state's own method. The total is settled when you file your return.
Are there other taxes on my paycheck in Maryland?
Every Maryland county and Baltimore City charges its own local income tax, which is added to the state tax. This calculator estimates federal tax, FICA and Maryland state income tax only.